Company: State of Washington
Job description: Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to serve as the Active Transportation Program Engineer in Shoreline, WA. This position supports the mission through supporting the Active Transportation Program Supervisor (ATPS) within the NW Region. This position serves as a secondary engineering/operations expert for pedestrian, bicycle, and transit design in support of the region's active transportation program. This position is responsible for providing guidance on incorporating ped/bicycle needs in design and operation standards, handling constituent and local agency inquiries, and delegating and managing tasks as necessary. This position also provides support to the region's complete streets program as necessary. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Active Transportation Program Engineer will:
- Lead corridor reviews to identify active transportation needs in the region.
- Develop recommended actions for active transportation low-cost enhancement projects.
- Perform safety reviews.
- Follow up on recommended actions by writing work orders for low-cost enhancements, or by tracking larger investments for future implementation under funded projects.
- Develop project proposals recommending active transportation improvements including design, scoping, and identification of funding sources.
- Maintain NW Region prioritized, and cost estimated inventory of pedestrian, bicycle, and transit-oriented projects. This task can include writing work orders for low-cost enhancements, contributing to program project scopes, coordinating with local agency and developer projects, and writing grant applications.
- Provide guidance to region staff on relevant design standards and regulations in work to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and transit related design and operations.
- Represent active transportation related interests in highway operation.
- Coordinate and manage incoming inquiries and responses, including delegation and management of tasks to be performed by Transportation Engineer 2 staff and lower in the active transportation group.
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent, such as Bridge Engineer 2 or Transportation Planning Specialist 2.
- Two (2) years of experience in investigating, designing, and implementing active transportation projects, programs, or initiatives.
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Advanced working knowledge of active transportation planning & design and operations, including relevant knowledge of engineering principles and practices, and national/state guidelines (MUTCD, Traffic Manual, Design Manual, WACs and RCWs, NACTO) related to safety and mobility of pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit patrons.
- Ability to independently apply engineering judgment to analyze, decide on, and initiate actions pertaining to the safe and effective incorporation of pedestrian, bicycle, and transit pathways on state highways.
- Ability to independently analyze quantitative and qualitative safety & mobility data related to pedestrian & bicyclist usage and facilities.
- Ability to independently assess priorities, work on and complete multiple assignments, and continually adapt to emergent issues.
- Ability to perform independent field reviews which may require driving a motor vehicle, riding a bicycle, walking, and working safely outdoors near traffic, often during inclement weather.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for interacting with local government and agency officials and constituents.
- Ability to supervise and coach other staff to maximize performance in their current roles and to prepare them for future roles.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Transportation Planning, or closely related discipline; or Masters degree in Transportation/Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning, Urban Transportation Design, or closely related discipline.
- Applied experience, knowledge, and skills related to pedestrian, bicycle, and transit facility operation and design.
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
- Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to
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How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at . Please be sure to reference Active Transportation Engineer #13316 in the subject line.
Expected salary: $76179 - 102475 per year
Location: Shoreline, WA - King County, WA Apply Now